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Superchunk’s ‘Foolish’ Is Genre-Defining Indie Heartbreak

Superchunk’s ‘Foolish’ Is Genre-Defining Indie Heartbreak

Foolish was Superchunk committing to staying indie amid turmoil, and the scene is better for it. Their discography is filled with iconic singles defining American indie rock.

Superchunk Document Their Late Style on ‘Misfits & Mistakes’

Superchunk Document Their Late Style on ‘Misfits & Mistakes’

Superchunk’s Misfits & Mistakes is a fascinating glimpse of them trying new things while reaffirming their signature contributions to the indie rock canon.

Superchunk Try to Imagine a Brighter Future on ‘Wild Loneliness’

Superchunk Try to Imagine a Brighter Future on ‘Wild Loneliness’

Three decades into their career, indie-rock lifers Superchunk are still producing some of their most inspired work on Wild Loneliness.

The 70 Best Albums of 2010

The 70 Best Albums of 2010

2010's best albums are highlighted by the emergence of a future superstar, two veteran and virtuoso rappers, and a Dream Team of indie bands releasing career peaks.

The 50 Best Songs of 2009

The 50 Best Songs of 2009

As part of PopMatters’ 20th anniversary, we are revisiting classic features. Travel back in time a decade ago to 2009, when indie rock was in its full ascendency,and hear the songs that soundtracked the era.

Superchunk’s ‘What a Time to Be Alive’ Proves Music Is Powerful in Difficult Times

Superchunk’s ‘What a Time to Be Alive’ Proves Music Is Powerful in Difficult Times

Superchunk were the sleeping giants of indie rock. This time the giant has bared its teeth.

Superchunk: Come Pick Me Up (Reissue)

Superchunk: Come Pick Me Up (Reissue)

In 1999 Superchunk released their prettiest album to date thanks to Jim O'Rourke's delicate touch. Now Merge Records releases the album with a handful of gorgeous demos.
Mac McCaughan: Non-Believers

Mac McCaughan: Non-Believers

Ultimately, Non-Believers is the kind of album that needs no backstory to endear it or Mac McCaughan to the masses.
Merge’s Silver Age: 25 Essential Albums Over 25 Years

Merge’s Silver Age: 25 Essential Albums Over 25 Years

To mark Merge Records' silver anniversary, PopMatters picked 25 memorable albums that help tell the label's remarkable history.

Not So Incidental Music: A Dozen Essential Superchunk Songs

Superchunk: Foolish (Remastered)

Superchunk: 17 September 2010 – Washington D.C.